Global Trade
China Sends Strong Message Against Trump’s Tariff Threats
China is sending a clear and firm message in response to President Trump’s recent threats to increase tariffs on Chinese goods. After Trump announced plans...
China Expands Export Controls on Rare Earth Metals Impacting Global Supply
China has taken a significant step to tighten its control over rare-earth metals, adding five more metals to its export restrictions. This move expands Beijing’s...
U.S. Container Imports Show Sharp Decline Amid Tariff Pressures
The flow of container imports into the United States has taken a significant hit in 2025, with volumes shrinking in recent months as the effects...
Impact of Trade Disputes Takes Toll on U.S. Spirits and Wine Industry
The decline in U.S. distillers’ exports to Canada in 2025 highlights the tangible impact of the ongoing trade tensions and tariffs between the two countries....
Giant Manufacturing Co. Faces Unexpected U.S. Import Ban Over Forced Labor Claims
Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (Taiwan: 9921), the world’s biggest bike manufacturer, found itself in an unanticipated situation after United States Customs and Border Protection issued...
United States and United Kingdom Set to Announce Over $10 Billion in Economic Deals During Trump’s UK Visit
In a week marked by significant diplomatic activity, the United States and the United Kingdom are preparing to announce economic agreements exceeding $10 billion, coinciding...
Mexico Plans to Raise Auto Tariffs on Chinese Imports to Support Local Industry
Mexico is preparing to increase tariffs on vehicles imported from China and several other Asian countries to 50%, the highest rate allowed under World Trade...
Rising Tensions Challenge South Korea and Japan’s U.S. Manufacturing Plans
President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea has voiced mounting concerns among business leaders about investing heavily in American manufacturing following recent tensions between the...
Billions Lost as China Turns Away from American Soybeans This Season
U.S. farmers are missing out on billions of dollars in soybean sales to China halfway through their main marketing season as stalled trade negotiations continue...
U.S. Ends Tariff Exemption for Low Value Shipments Changing Trade Rules
The United States has officially ended a long-standing import tariff exemption for packages valued at $800 or less, a change that took effect today. This...
